GE ZVB36 - Manual (Page 9)

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Installation preparation
VeNTING opTIoNS
• The downdraft vent is shipped with the
discharge outlet pointing straight down
and can be changed to the left or right
side.
• The blower outlet is sized for 3-1/4" x 10"
and can be transitioned to 6" round.
Side-to-Side Adjustments:
The entire blower mounting plate can be
adjusted 3-1/2" to the left or right. This will
help to align vent discharge to house
ductwork.
Discharge Direction
The blower assembly may be removed and turned
90° for a left- or right-side discharge.
• A left or right 90° direction adjustment should be
performed before dropping into the countertop
opening.
• Flatten the shipping box to use as a pad.
• Lay the vent on its back and onto the pad.
To change to a left or right discharge:
• Remove the 4 screws holding the blower to
the mounting plate assembly. Retain screws.
• Remove blower assembly; turn it over to access
the 4 nuts holding the blower to the mounting
plate. Remove the nuts.
IMpoRTANT: Do not lift motor by the power cable.
• Turn the blower to the left or right discharge
direction and reinstall the 4 nuts.
• Reinstall blower and mounting plate with original
screws.
To locate the ductwork holes in the cabinet
floor or side walls:
• Temporarily place vent into the countertop
opening.
• Push the vent all the way to the back of
the opening.
• If you are transitioning to 6" round (obtained
locally), place transition piece over the discharge
outlet.
• Mark the location and remove the assembly.
• Cut holes and install ductwork connections.
• Order JXRb67 for installation of the blower
and motor below the floor.
• Order JXbC67 for installation of the blower
and motor outdoors.
Discharge Down
(As Supplied)
Loosen Screws
to Adjust
3-1/2" to
Left or Right
Discharge Down
(As Supplied)
Discharge Left Discharge Right